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APY 709Y

1983 Honda CBX550

Red Petrol 572cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

18,349 mi
Last recorded18,349 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2009
Typical for 1983 Honda CBX55032,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPY 709Y
MakeHonda
ModelCBX550
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine572cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2009 18,349 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 11,003 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 15 Mar 2008 11,003 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 12 Jun 2006 10,998 miles

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Honda CBX550?

Based on 2,693 MOT tests across 500 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
279
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
500
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 94
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 56
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Throttle operating incorrectly 19
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APY 709Y is a 1983 Honda CBX550 in Red with a 572cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Honda CBX550 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 32,203 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda CBX550 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying APY 709Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBX550 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Honda CBX550 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of APY 709Y?

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What year was APY 709Y registered?

APY 709Y is a 1983 Honda CBX550, first registered on 15 June 1983.

Is APY 709Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for APY 709Y shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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